Cultural Studies (Co-op Available)
The only program of its kind in Canada, Cultural Studies at Trent provides a platform for you to explore both theoretical and practical paths into visual arts, media, film, theatre, and music. In this program you are encouraged to think and do, through a wide range of courses (everything from Narrative & Performance to Game Studies) as well as opportunities to practice your skills and creativity. Study with leading experts examining topics like science fiction, the history of television, or the evolution of pop music. You can also participate in applied workshops, such as photography, drawing, podcasting, music composition, fashion, and game design.
Accelerated Masters
Earn your Master’s degree in Cultural Studies within one year of graduation from your honours B.A.
Degrees Offered:
- B.A.
- B.A. (Honours)
- B.A. Co-op (Peterborough Only)
Locations:
- Peterborough
Specializations:
Resume Boosters:
- Accelerate your career through the co-op stream, which offers 12 months of paid work experience built into the degree via three full-time work terms, working with businesses, arts organizations, museums or cultural institutions
- Lead your own research project through the fourth-year honours thesis, diving deep into a topic of study with the mentorship and supervision of expert professors
- Apply for the Peter Gzowski Internship in Radio Production, learning and working in radio programming at CBC Radio in Toronto
- Volunteer for a campus media organization like Trent Radio, and get course credit for the experience
"You get the hands on feel of workshops and learning how to use practical technology."
Career Paths:
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Career Opportunities
- Filmmaker
- Photographer
- Communications Director
- Art Critic
- Fundraising Director
- Game Designer
- Advertising and Marketing Executive
- Web Content Manager
- Cultural Events Planner
- Content Creator
Popular Courses:
- Science Fiction
- Music and Society
- Game Studies
- Television Studies
- Theatre Workshops
- Global Media
- Experimental Film Workshop
- Pop After Rock
- Climate Change Fiction
- Ecological Art Workshop
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
Program Requirements:
- A minimum 70% overall final average
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
Co-op Requirements:
- A minimum 80% overall final average
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
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